1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1976 Fiat 127
To start off, 1976 Fiat 127 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 127 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 127 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1976 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
